Overview
Dr. Nilay Mehta, who grew up in the Lake Houston area, earned his medical degree at Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he was named Internal Medicine Ambulatory Resident of the Year, followed by a fellowship in cardiology at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Dr. Mehta, who is board certified in cardiology, has been in practice since 2008. He specializes in internal medicine, cardiovascular diseases, cardiology and heart and vascular services. Dr. Mehta has conducted and published research on myocardial infarction and nuclear cardiology. Since 2020 he has been recognized by Houstonia magazine as one of the area’s outstanding cardiologists. Patients describe Dr. Mehta as knowledgeable, caring, honest and friendly, and they value his personable bedside manner and ability to explain conditions clearly, He gives his patients ample time to talk about their concerns and ask questions without feeling rushed through appointments. Dr. Mehta, a resident of Houston, is married and the father of one son and two daughters. He is an avid sports fan and car enthusiast.
Dr. Mehta is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Dr. Mehta has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nilay Mehta
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nilay Mehta?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nilay Mehta by calling their office at 281-446-7173. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nilay Mehta a top-rated expert for Atrial Fibrillation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nilay Mehta is classified as an Distinguished expert for Atrial Fibrillation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Nilay Mehta specialize in?
While Dr. Nilay Mehta is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, and Heart Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Nilay Mehta participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nilay Mehta has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atrial Fibrillation. You can view a list of Dr. Nilay Mehta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nilay Mehta accept my insurance?
Dr. Nilay Mehta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-446-7173 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- ApoplexyDr. Mehta isDistinguished. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Mehta isDistinguished. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Advanced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Mehta isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- AnginaDr. Mehta isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Mehta isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Mehta isAdvanced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Mehta isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Mehta isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Mehta isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.